Okay everyone, it's crunch time. If you've still got a computer running Windows XP or Office 2003 you have just over a month to upgrade before both products are retired. They will both continue to work, but if you are connected to the internet you are running a severe security risk. Not sure if you are running XP? Microsoft has even created a simple website that will check for you. For more detailed information on the dangers of running XP or Office 2003 check out Microsoft's page on the matter.

Starting this Saturday, March 8th (exactly one month before the deadline) XP computers will start having pop-ups from Microsoft stating that you only have one month to upgrade. I think they should have been doing this for the last 6-months, but at least they are doing something now. Microsoft will also be releasing free software, in partnership with LapLink, that will help transfer all your files over to your new computer.

Numbers are still showing that 29% of computer users are using XP so if you are one of them please upgrade as soon as possible for your own safety.